Building & Bridging Cultures: Attorney Kevin Hernandez talks Law, Life & the Land of Opportunity for Hispanics in America [SEASON 4 PREMIERE]

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Law Have Mercy! If you thought we were turning soft after wrapping up last season of the podcast, Season 3, think again. In this Season 4 Premiere episode, we sit down with Hispanic-American attorney, Kevin Hernandez. Growing up a Mexican kid in the small town of Morgan City, Louisiana exposed Kevin to many of the common challenges that underserved communities, such as immigrants and minorities, experience in the USA. Today, Kevin is a seasoned personal injury lawyer at one of Acadiana's top personal injury firms, as well as a husband and father of three children whom he is raising just a short drive away from his own hometown. Some might say Kevin is living his American dream-- especially for a Mexican kid whose paternal family still lives primarily in Mexico-- but that doesn't mean Kevin has forgotten about the marginalized communities and their plight; in fact, quite the opposite is true.
In this heartfelt episode, guest attorney Kevin shares his excitement about a recent career leap and talks about how he is adjusting to the culture at his new firm. However, after some light reminiscing, it isn't long before we are diving in to tackle hot-button topics like the complex cultural and legal challenges faced by members of the Hispanic community in the USA, and particularly those around immigration and language barriers in South Louisiana. Kevin's personal anecdotes shed light on how cultural differences can lead to misunderstandings and legal issues, further highlighting the complexities of everyday life for these and other minority groups in the USA today. His examples and stories about legal and illegal immigrants in America are insightful and provide a nuanced view of the daily struggles and triumphs for those seeking a land of opportunity.
Our discussion also dives into the rewarding yet challenging nature of personal injury law and what drove Kevin to become a bilingual personal injury attorney. Kevin and I explore our shared passion for helping car wreck victims, address societal misconceptions about personal injury attorneys and emphasize the importance of comprehensive insurance and consulting an attorney. Finally, we discuss the significance of building trust and collaboration with clients, setting the stage for a promising future. Tune in for valuable insights and heartfelt discussions that offer a deep look into living as a minority, pursuing a career in the legal profession and the human stories behind it all.

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This show is co-produced by Carter Simoneaux of AcadianaCasts Network, Chaz H. Roberts of Chaz Roberts Law and Kayli Guidry Bonin of Beau The Agency, and Laith Alferahin.